For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 773 students in 02116, MA (there are 6 private schools, serving 907 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 02116, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02116, MA are Snowden International High School and Melvin H. King South End Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02116 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02116, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02116, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Snowden International High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-9989
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-9989
Gr: 9-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Melvin H. King South End Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
90 Warren Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-9976
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-9976
Gr: 1-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Boston Adult Tech Academy
Alternative School
20 Church St
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-1542
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 635-1542
Gr: 11-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02116, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02116, MA include Snowden International High School and Melvin H. King South End Academy.
How many public schools are located in 02116?
3 public schools are located in 02116.
What percentage of students in 02116 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 02116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02116?
02116 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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